Artists, patrons and critics have argued for centuries over the right way to frame a painting. Ultimately, it’s a matter of personal taste, says Andrew Graham-Dixon
Christie’s most ambitious offering of Western art to date adds to strong performance in 18 sales across six days
Great works of art, magnificent jewels, exquisite watches, rare wines and more that have thrilled us in the half-century since Christie’s opened its doors in Geneva
He is best known for his images of an idealised America, yet the New England artist’s work was more nuanced than is often understood
‘Live like a Rockefeller’ and explore the masterpieces and family treasures to be offered in the historic sales in New York
Three paintings that chart the changing roles of women in Belle Époque Paris — all offered in New York on 18 April
David Rockefeller and his eldest son on what art, philanthropy and a love of Asian culture have meant to one of America’s greatest families
The European Fine Art Fair in Maastricht (10-18 March) features more than 7,000 objects. Here, seven experts offer their interpretations of collecting trends
For International Women’s Day, three Christie’s specialists discuss the female artists who have most influenced them
Christie’s specialists from all over the world pick their favourite art and objects from an historic year
American Folk and Outsider Art specialist Cara Zimmerman profiles the artists aspiring collectors should know about
An introduction to the Outsider artist taking the art world by storm
Christie's sculpture specialist Donald Johnston on the sculpted lions that had gone missing since the French Revolution
Born by accident in a Berlin laboratory, the highly coveted pigment has inspired art ranging from Turner’s seascapes to Hokusai’s waves
Two sales of Victorian, Pre-Raphaelite and British Impressionist Art, and European & Orientalist Art, offered on 13 and 14 December
How our specialist tracked down the provenance of this onyx bear, which links British aristocracy to the Vanderbilts
Important pieces, ranging from a silver rhinoceros automaton to a cigarette case made for a tsar, are offered in London on 27 November
Explore two centuries of British and Irish art, offered across two London auctions — including Christie’s inaugural sale of British Impressionism
A look at bronze highlights from Christie's autumn season, spanning the breadth of human history
Our panel of curators, gallerists and critics share tips on the must-see shows — and the best places to unwind
Award-winning designers, a museum director, and Christie’s own specialists and art handlers share their expert tips
A deep dive into more than 250 years of history at King Street, with Lynda McLeod, Christie's Head of Archives
A series of exclusive Christies.com films in which artists invite us into their studios to discuss their work
Christie’s specialists, a gallerist, a conservator and an expert consultant share their inside knowledge with Holly Black
From Michelangelo to Jackson Pollock, Andrew Graham-Dixon takes a look at the historic power of frames
Dan Davies takes centre stage in the saleroom as he learns the fine art of auctioneering at Christie’s
Overall sales hit £2.35 billion ($3 billion) in the first half of the year, with auction sales up by 29 per cent on the equivalent figure for 2016
Commissioned in the 14th century by Charles V of France for his tomb, The Beauneveu Lions are to be offered on 6 July in London
Navigate your way around our Classic Week exhibition at King Street featuring stunning works by the original masters of art
Everything you need to know about the life and career of the great British sculptor